Topic: Feces

Research published in the Oxford University Press identifies two distinct strains of the coronavirus: the L-strain and the S-strain. The L-strain is described as more lethal and prevalent in the initial Wuhan outbreak, primarily transmitting through unsanitary conditions rather than air. The S-strain is characterized as highly infectious but with milder symptoms, potentially acting as a natural immunizer against the more severe L-strain.

San Francisco Mayor London Breed's campaign promise to clean up the city's streets within three months has come under scrutiny as data shows a 67% increase in feces reports. A local news investigation found trash and needles on every block surveyed, with some instances of "feces graffiti." The Mayor defended her record, claiming that the increase in reports is due to better citizen engagement rather than a dirtier city.

San Francisco is launching a dedicated "Poop Patrol" team to proactively clean feces from city sidewalks. The six-man crew will target known "hot spots" where human and animal waste is a frequent complaint. This initiative is part of the city's broader Pit Stop program, which includes 22 public toilets, as officials struggle to maintain hygiene in the face of a growing homelessness crisis.